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BOSTON—December 23, 2022—The Boston Public Health Commission (BPHC) is strongly recommending that residents take precautions to prevent the spread of COVID-19, the flu, and other transmissible...
Public Health Warning Issued Related to Recent Sewage Discharge
BOSTON - December 15, 2022– On Monday, December 12, 2022 at approximately 3:20pm, Boston Animal Care and Control Division responded to a call from a concerned resident who reported that there was a...
Residents are reminded to get annual flu vaccinations
BPHC Also Establishing Several Standing Clinic Sites Throughout City
More than 700 flu cases have been reported in Boston in the last week.
Flu shots also strongly recommended
BOSTON—December 1, 2022—The following is a public health warning related to a recent sewage discharge, also known as a combined sewer overflow (CSO). State regulations require local public health...
The following is a public health warning related to a recent sewage discharge, also known as a combined sewer overflow (CSO).
Testing before gathering, getting COVID-19 and flu vaccinations can minimize transmission.
BPHC announced the expansion of services in addition to COVID-19 testing.
BOSTON – October 24, 2022 – The Boston Public Health Commission (BPHC) today provided the following updates on the latest COVID-19 trends for the City of Boston: Levels of COVID-19 virus in local...
Mayor Michelle Wu today provided updates on the City of Boston’s response to address the intersection of unsheltered homelessness and substance use crises, centered in the area surrounding...
BOSTON—October 14, 2022—The following is a public health warning related to a recent sewage discharge, also known as a combined sewer overflow (CSO). State regulations require local public health...
Flu shots are free and widely available in Boston
$6.9 million will be provided to organizations providing substance use services.
Residents should get vaccinated and boosted, and mask indoors to reduce risk.
$75 gift cards will be offered to those 18 and under and a caregiver while supplies last.
Important to stay up to date on vaccinations ahead of fall and winter
New Omicron-specific boosters will be offered at family-friendly event
BPHC Encourages Prevention and Safety During Holiday Weekend and Back-to-School Season
BPHC Reminds Residents to Take Precaution
The vaccine is now being administered in a lower dose into the skin.
BPHC encourages vaccination ahead of new school year.
Vaccine doses are limited, but available to eligible individuals.
The Boston Public Health Commission (BPHC) encourages vigilance as metrics remain elevated.
BPHC Urges Continued Mitigation and Prevention as Data Trend Upwards
There is a nothing like summertime in New England. Whether you're swimming, grilling, riding a bike or enjoying other outdoor activities in the beautiful sunshine, the Boston Public Health Commission...
The Boston Public Health Commission (BPHC) recommends non-stigmatizing approach to Monkeypox response.
The Boston Public Health Commission (BPHC) today announced it is recommending that all Boston children and infants ages 6-months and older get vaccinated against COVID-19.
